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Innovation and intellectual property
A patent term is 20 years from date of filing. Most patent systems contain a
research exemption, which allows further improvement of the invention. In
addition, through their disclosure requirement, patents enable other breeders to
work with and further improve upon prior inventions. Through patents, many
important innovation disclosures have been made, which have bolstered
innovation cycles.
To be clear: the concept of "life" cannot be patented, and patents neither confer
ownership of a living organism nor any active right to use a patented material or
technology.
At Syngenta, we believe that tackling the growing challenges facing agriculture
can only happen if the industry creatively leverages innovations, not primarily
by blocking others, but by making them broadly accessible. IP tools like patents
can be used in a positive way that maximizes their beneficial effects to foster
innovation, while also enhancing opportunities for licensing and technology
dissemination.
Learn more about Syngenta's new e-licensing platform, TraitAbility, on
www.traitability.com
PVP
Patents
Protects:
One specific variety described by
the sum of all its (phenotypical)
characteristics. Only plants with all
characteristics are protected
Protects:
Invention (new gene or trait;
breeding process etc). All plants
with the protected feature are
protected
Suitable for:
Traditional, experience-based
breeding
Suitable for:
Biotechnology, marker-assisted
bree ing, complex traits, new
d
breeding processes
Specifics: Breeder's exemption;
farm-saved-seed provision
Specifics: Research on the
invention is allowed, license
needed for deve opment and/or
l
commercial use
Patent life is 20 years
from the date of filing
http://www.traitability.com
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